1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 512 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90. 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 90 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |